This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X30CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X30CM in place of this model. The MBL replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor switches (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
The AirTAC AirTAC MAL40X30CM (Discontinued) → MBL40X30CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 30mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X30CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X30CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 30mm stroke. It delivers 628N of push force and 528N of pull force at 0.5MPa, making it the highest output class in this legacy series. AirTAC replaced this unit with the MBL40X30CM, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact same 128kgf maximum thrust, G1/4 port, and CM round-end back cover.
This legacy unit features a threaded front and back cover assembly, whereas the current MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, running on a carbon-steel rod with 20um hard-chrome plating guided by a self-lubricating front-cover bearing.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X30CM (Discontinued) → MBL40X30CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X30CM |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 30 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/4 |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.1 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed rubber bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MAL datasheet (now discontinued). The MBL40X30CM carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 kgf | |
The MBL40X30CM produces the same force from the same bore — a true drop-in on output. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical; size with a margin.
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×30 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
| CA / U / CM | Back cover: CA pivot, U flat-end or CM round-end. |
Replacement mapping: MAL → MBL, MSAL → MSBL, MTAL → MTBL, MALD → MBLD, MALJ → MBLJ.
Uses the 880N push force at 0.7MPa to knock small stamped metal parts out of a die, relying on the short 30mm stroke for a rapid cycle.
Pushes routing pins on a packaging conveyor, where the CM round-end back cover accommodates slight arcing alignment during the pivot motion.
Folds heavy cardboard flaps prior to case sealing, taking advantage of the 40mm bore's 628N thrust to overcome stiff corrugated material.
To replace the MAL40X30CM, order the MBL40X30CM, ensuring you retain the PT tapered port thread and the CM round-end back cover for your mounting geometry. If you need to step down, the 32mm bore neighbor provides 402N push at 0.5MPa; stepping up is not possible as 40mm is the largest MAL/MBL mini round size. Note that the fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impacts but does not lock the rod, so a pilot-operated check valve is required to hold loads safely during air loss. If your application needs adjustable end-cushioning rather than a rubber bumper, upgrade to the MBLC40 variant on the current line.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X30CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X30CM, which matches the 40mm bore, 30mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end cover. The MBL uses a riveted body instead of threaded covers, but mounting dimensions remain identical.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 628N and the pull force is 528N. At 0.7MPa, push increases to 880N. The maximum theoretical force is 128kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot support CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors.
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